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• 5-6 Math & Science Teacher

  Job Title: 5–6 Math & Science Teacher

  Reports to: Head of School

  General Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

  Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

  Salary: $65,000 - 85,000

  
  Position Summary: Fayerweather seeks an energetic and committed educator to join our 5-6 classroom as a Math and Science Teacher and to serve as a co-teacher to the 5-6 Humanities Teacher. Teaching at Fayerweather means more than delivering content; it means holding the whole child at the center of the learning experience. Our philosophy is both progressive and liberatory, rooted in the constructivist belief that students learn best by doing, and in the conviction that identity, lived experience, and social-emotional connection are inseparable from academic growth. Fayerweather teachers serve as facilitators and thought partners, designing purposeful, hands-on learning experiences that move students from curiosity to deep understanding and mastery. When students feel seen, valued, and reflected in their learning, education becomes not just meaningful but transformative.
  
  

  In mathematics, you will implement a curriculum grounded in the principles of Illustrative Mathematics, guiding students to develop deep conceptual understanding rather than procedural knowledge alone. Instruction emphasizes mathematical discourse, reasoning, and the use of multiple representations to make abstract ideas accessible and meaningful. In science, you will design and teach a program that builds foundational knowledge across life, physical, earth, and environmental sciences. Learning is driven by curiosity and grounded in hands-on, place-based, and project-based experiences that connect students to the world around them and make scientific thinking tangible and relevant.
  
  

  Across both disciplines, you will foster a classroom culture centered on inquiry, collaboration, and real-world application, one that challenges students to think critically, ask good questions, and persevere through complex problems. The ideal candidate brings strong content knowledge in both math and science, a clear understanding of how middle school students learn, and a genuine passion for teaching in a progressive, student-centered environment where relationships and rigor go hand in hand.

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for homeroom meetings, flex blocks, homework organization periods, field trips and other related work. 
  • Have enthusiasm, flexibility, and a desire to collaborate with colleagues in your grade level team and across disciplines.
  • Implement a math program aligned with Illustrative Mathematics principles, emphasizing:
    • Conceptual understanding over procedural memorization
    • Mathematical discourse and reasoning
    • Use of multiple strategies and representations
  • Teach key grade-level content, including:
    • Fractions, decimals, and ratios 
    • Ratios, rates, and proportional reasoning
    • Early algebraic thinking and expressions
    • Geometry, area, volume, and coordinate planes
    • Data analysis and statistics
  • Use formative assessment to guide instruction and differentiate learning
  • Support students in developing perseverance, confidence, and a positive math identity

  
  

  Science Instruction (Grades 5–6)

  • Design and teach an inquiry-based science program aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), including:
    • Life Science: ecosystems, food webs, biodiversity, human body systems
    • Physical Science: matter and its properties, energy, forces, and motion
    • Earth & Space Science: Earth systems, weather and climate, natural resources
  • Engage students in:
    • Hands-on investigations and experiments
    • Data collection, analysis, and interpretation
    • Scientific argumentation and evidence-based reasoning
  • Integrate place-based learning, connecting science concepts to local environments and real-world issues

  
  Other Essential Duties:

  • Performing various duties, including recess coverage, lunch duty, and creating curricular displays 
  • Responsible for the social-emotional and academic development of a 5-6 students
  • Document the curriculum as it evolves throughout the year
  • Narrative report writing and timely communication with parents
  • Attending weekly staff meetings
  • Participating in admissions programming as needed
  • Participating in subject-specific reviews and other curriculum work
  • and other duties as assigned

  Fayerweather Street School has a rich and progressive history of successfully educating students for over 50 years. Fayerweather Street School (FSS) is a co-educational independent day school enrolling approximately 200 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. Located in the Fresh Pond neighborhood in Cambridge, Fayerweather offers a progressive, hands-on experiential learning environment where the pace of childhood is respected, and where children develop a love of learning, know how they learn best, and have voice and agency in their school community. We help young people develop the knowledge, skills, and awareness to flourish in a complex, diverse, and increasingly interdependent world. We believe that truly knowing each child is the heart of a great education, and we are committed to building a diverse, welcoming, and equitable community in which compassion, humor, and respect are woven throughout the curriculum and spirit of the day. 

  
  To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume to Employment@Fayerweather.org. Please be prepared to provide at least five references, and at least two of your references must be, or have been, someone you directly reported to.

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• Facilities Manager

  Position: Facilities Manager

  Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations 

  Hours: Full-time 

  Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 

  Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred; facilities experience preferred

  Salary: $70,000 - 90,000
  
  

  Description: Fayerweather Street School seeks an experienced, collaborative Facilities Manager to lead the stewardship, safety, and operational excellence of the school’s campus. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations and partnering closely with the Head of School, the Facilities Manager oversees the maintenance, operation, and long-term planning of the school’s buildings and grounds.
  
  

  This role requires a facilities leader who combines strategic thinking with practical problem-solving and a willingness to engage directly in day-to-day campus operations. The Facilities Manager ensures that the physical environment supports exceptional teaching and learning while maintaining high standards of safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
  
  

  
  
  

  Main Responsibilities: 

  • Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of school buildings and grounds, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-maintained campus.
    • Implement and manage preventive maintenance programs for building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and lighting.
    • Manage facilities work orders and coordinate support for school events, programs, and community use of campus spaces.
    • Maintain inventory of maintenance equipment, supplies, and replacement parts.
    • Supervise and mentor facilities staff while fostering a professional, service-oriented team culture.
    • Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors, including custodial, landscaping, and specialized service providers.
    • Establish efficient systems and workflows that support the operational needs of students, faculty, and staff.
    • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
    • Oversee construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects, coordinating contractors to minimize disruption to school operations.

  • Maintain and update campus emergency response plans and safety procedures.
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for security and fire alarm systems. Ensure upkeep and maintenance of these systems.
    • Promote safe traffic flow and pedestrian safety on campus.
  • Serve as liaison with the City of Cambridge and local agencies regarding facilities matters.
  • Evaluate service agreements and recommend improvements aligned with long-term campus planning and fiscal responsibility.
  • Advance environmentally responsible practices, including energy conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable campus operations.

  • Partner with the Director of Finance and Operations and Head of School to develop and manage the facilities budget.

  
  Skills and Responsibilities: 

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize competing operational needs and respond effectively to emergencies.
  • 3–6+ years of progressive facilities management experience, ideally in an educational or institutional setting.
  • Strong working knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance.
  • Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing contractors or service vendors.
  • Experience managing facilities budgets, preventive maintenance programs, and capital projects.
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace or comparable workplace technologies.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with students and adults. 
  • Exposure and understanding of working with middle school students.
  • Commitment to supporting an inclusive school community and the mission of Fayerweather Street School.

  Working Conditions: This is a full-time, on-site position requiring a responsive, hands-on approach. The Facilities Manager must be available for occasional evenings or weekends to support school events or respond to emergencies, including weather-related campus operations such as snow removal.
  
  

  Work occurs across office, classroom, and outdoor environments and may involve varying temperatures, moderate noise levels, and exposure to mechanical equipment or cleaning materials. The role requires the ability to lift or move materials up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand or walk for extended periods, and operate maintenance or snow-removal equipment as needed.

  
  

  Fayerweather Street School welcomes candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging in their teaching and learning. Fayerweather Street School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or family composition, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.

  
  

  To Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume to Employment@Fayerweather.org. Please be prepared to provide at least four references; at least two of your references must be, or have been, someone you directly reported to.

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